We were amazed by the quality, beauty and attention to detail. The features and detail are attentive FLW style. The facilities and amenities are top-rate and completely up to date. The setting is private and remote. The beauty of the area including rock formations, is awesome. The owners are the best and are happy to talk about their inspiration and process.
This was an incredible property, so much care went into every detail of the cabin. My husband and I found the time we spent in this hilltop retreat both inspiring and relaxing. Great place to work through creative ideas and reconnect. Thanks Joe and Kelly!
This place is a 10 of 10 for sure! It is quiet and cozy and so thoughtfully well stocked and clean and prepared. Canât say enough about it except we canât wait to go back!
Needing a much overdue getaway, we found this gem and canât say enough positive things! Beautiful architectureâŠ.perfect settingâŠgracious hosts! We hope to come back in fall or winter to spend more time here.
The house and property are beautiful. Communication with owner was great and instructions for how everything works in the house was helpful. What a wonderful place to relax, and the view is amazing. Thanks for a great stay. I will be booking again.
Stunning. Every detail. I gifted my husband a few nights' getaway and we really didn't want to leave. Not to sound snooty, but I'm a designer and the details REALLY matter to me--and this place truly could not have been better. The location is perfect--felt like we were far away from everything, but only a short drive from restaurants, etc. We truly could not have had a better getaway. We sure hope to be back! Thanks Joe and Kelly--what a gift to be invited into your cottage/labor of love!
We will be back. The O'Donnell cottage is the perfect getaway for 2. Look at the photos, though when you are there it's even better. The most gracious hosts.
Words canât fully describe what a wonderful experience we had. Joe and Kelly provide an outstanding cottage and location. Everything about our stay was perfect. So many beautiful details about our stayâŠ.. I couldnât even begin to list them all. Itâs a weekend we wonât forget. Thank you to the OâDonnellâs for sharing their one of a kind piece of paradise with us!
We were looking for a quiet place to relax for a few days, but what we got was so much more. The cottage is one of the most thoughtfully designed spaces I have ever stayed in, and probably one of the most aesthetically designed places available for rent. There was just a sheet of tall glass that separated us from the spectacular view outside of tall trees and a gorgeous valley around it. From the cozy fireplace with recliners, a fully functional kitchen, an elegant drink table, a modern bathroom, and a sprawling living space made it rather hard for us to leave it and go out. But when we did, the surrounding area along the Mississippi was simply spectacular. We strongly recommend this place and will surely return as soon as possible.
We booked this for our anniversary getaway. There is no detail left undone, it is such a peaceful and relaxing oasis. There are many good places to eat and explore a short drive from the cottage. We are thankful and blessed to have found this treasure. We will definitely be back!
Absolutely the perfect get-a-way. The property is clean, gorgeous views, and out of the way of everyday life. Close enough to Galena and Dubuque attractions, but we found that we just wanted to jest get back to the property to sit on the patio and and enjoy all it has to offer. We really enjoyed making a fire every night and listening to cows and wild life while watching the night sky. If I could give this property 10 stars I would. Joe and Kelly are amazing hosts with great communication and left us a great bottle of wine and turtles (my wife's favorite) to enjoy. We can't wait to book again in the near future.
This place is unique, clean, perfect temperature, wildlife to watch and just simply well worth the daily rates. You will not be disappointed! Joe was the perfect host. I have no complaints!
Our third stay in six months reveals our pleasure in this serene getaway. The OâDonnells have created an ideal retreat for two. They are responsive and generous hosts.
Wonderful: Gracious host and beautiful architecture.
We have stayed at the O'Donnell cottage twice now. They are outstanding communicators and host. The cottage is perfection. Light dancing on the stone stone, the way the inside flows to the outside - this is a special place.
Amazing hosts, incredible views/sunsets, where technology meets comfort, a perfect location to break away from it all yet close enough to lots of dining and adventures, 10/10!! We will be back :)
This is a unique property that fulfills its implied promise of a wonderful architectural experience in a quiet countryside setting with an expansive ridge top view. We thoroughly enjoyed discovering all the site and building had to offer.